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17 courses with the subject WLDG, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

WLDG 1402Industrial Shop Practices I4

This core course covers all of the safety instruction for the 1400 level welding courses and shop equipment that will be used during the first semester. Students will demonstrate safe practices while using welding and shop equipment. Students will also identify the characteristics of mild steel. 4C/4/0/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Corequisite
WLDG 1410 , WLDG 1420 , WLDG 1431 , WLDG 1441 , and WLDG 1450
WLDG 1410Welding Basics2

This introductory course will cover shop safety practices, the theories and concepts necessary for an understanding of basic oxyacetylene welding, cutting and brazing processes. An emphasis will be put on safety practices while using the oxy-acetylene equipment. Students will also be exposed to manual plasma and carbon arc cutting. 2C/0/2/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Corequisite
WLDG 1402 , WLDG 1420 , WLDG 1431 , WLDG 1441 , and WLDG 1450
WLDG 1420SMAW: E60102

This course covers the introduction of the SMAW weld process using the E6010 electrode. Students will learn to weld using proper technique and will judge their welds. An emphasis will be put on safety while using the SMAW equipment. 2C/0/2/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Corequisite
WLDG 1402 , WLDG 1410 , WLDG 1431 , WLDG 1441 , and WLDG 1450
WLDG 1431SMAW: E70182

This course covers more advanced techniques of the SMAW weld process using the E7018 electrode. Students will learn to weld using proper technique and will judge their welds. Students will be exposed to the qualification process using weld place testing procedures. An emphasis will be put on safety while using the SMAW equipment. 2C/0/2/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Corequisite
WLDG 1402 , WLDG 1410 , WLDG 1420 , WLDG 1441 , and WLDG 1450
WLDG 1441GMAW: Short Arc3

This course is an introduction to the GMAW process using short circuit transfer. Students will learn to weld using proper technique and will judge their welds. An emphasis will be put on safety while using the GMAW equipment. 3C/0/3/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Corequisite
WLDG 1402 , WLDG 1410 , WLDG 1420 , WLDG 1431 , WLDG 1450
WLDG 1450Intro to Blueprint/Measuring Devices3

This course is an introduction to blueprint reading for welders. Students will learn to retrieve information from a blueprint so they may construct objects to desired specifications. Students will use various measuring devices and mathematical reasoning to interpret blueprints. 3C/3/0/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Corequisite
WLDG 1402 , WLDG 1410 , WLDG 1420 , WLDG 1431 , WLDG 1441 will be taken in succession within the same semester block
WLDG 1502Industrial Shop Practices 24

This core course covers all the required safety instructions for all the 1500 category welding processes and the related shop equipment used. Instruction on welding equipment set-up and parameter settings along with welding theory will be covered for all welding processes. Students will be able to identify and demonstrate proper safety practices and usage on shop and welding equipment. 4C/4/0/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1450
Corequisite
WLDG 1510 , WLDG 1520 , WLDG 1530 , and WLDG 1540
WLDG 1510GMAW Spray and Pulse Spray3

Provides students with the opportunity to build proficiency in the GMAW process using the spray and pulse spray transfers on mild steel. All positions will be covered. Students will be expected to work to industry standards in the area of quality and efficiency. Weld testing plate procedures will be offered allowing the student the opportunity to achieve qualification. 3C/0/3/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1450
Corequisite
WLDG 1502 , WLDG 1520 , WLDG 1530 , and WLDG 1540
WLDG 1520GMAW Core Wires3

Designed to build proficiency in FCAW, FCAW-G, Metal Core and SAW processes. The student will be expected to perform to industry and AWS (American Welding Society) standards. Weld plate testing procedures will be stressed, allowing the student the opportunity to achieve qualification. 3C/0/3/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1450
Corequisite
WLDG 1502 , WLDG 1510 , WLDG 1530 , WLDG 1540
WLDG 1530Intro to GTAW3

Provides students with the opportunity to build proficiency in the GTAW process on mild steel in all positions. The student will be expected to work to industry and AWS standards in the area of quality and efficiency. 3C/0/3/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1450
Corequisite
WLDG 1502 , WLDG 1510 , WLDG 1520 , WLDG 1540
WLDG 1540Blueprint Welding Symbols/Math/Welder Qualification3

This course will focus on the knowledge of welding symbols as specified by the American Welding Society, (AWS). Welding inspection and welder qualification procedures will also be covered. 3C/3/0/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st semester courses WLDG 1502 -1540
Corequisite
WLDG 1502 , WLDG 1510 , WLDG 1520 , WLDG 1530 .
WLDG 2402Industrial Shop Practices 34

Students will perform mathematical problems and apply it to metal working problems/situations they may encounter on the job site. 4C/4/0/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st and 2nd semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1540
Corequisite
WLDG 2411 , WLDG 2420 , WLDG 2430 , WLDG 2442 .
WLDG 2411GMAW: Aluminum and Stainless Steel3

Students have the opportunity to build proficiency in the GMAW process using Aluminum & Stainless Steel in various weld positions. The student will create welds to industry standards on Stainless-Steel and Aluminum. 3C/0/3/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st & 2nd semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1540
Corequisite
WLDG 2402 , WLDG 2420 , WLDG 2430 , WLDG 2442
WLDG 2420GTAW Aluminum and SST4

Students will have the opportunity to build proficiency in the GTAW process using Aluminum & Stainless-Steel in various weld positions. The student will create welds to industry standards on Stainless-Steel and Aluminum. 4C/0/4/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
4
Credits (max)
4
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
1st & 2nd semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1540
Corequisite
WLDG 2402 , WLDG 2411 , WLDG 2430 , and WLDG 2442 .
WLDG 2430Grinding and Finishing2

The student will develop working knowledge of abrasives and equipment used in the welding & fabricating industry to finish welds to various industry standards. 2C/1/1/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st & 2nd semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1540
Corequisite
WLDG 2402 , WLDG 2411 , WLDG 2420 , and WLDG 2442 .
WLDG 2442Introduction to Robotics3

Student will be introduced to basic Robotic/CNC machine processes as it applies to manufacturing. Students will be given specified projects in order to develop fabrication techniques used in industry. 3C/0/3/0

Subject
WLDG
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Must complete 1st & 2nd semester courses WLDG 1402 - WLDG 1540
Corequisite
WLDG 2402 , WLDG 2411 , WLDG 2420 , and WLDG 2430 .
WLDG 2590Welding Special Projects

1-4 Variable Credits The intent of this course it to allow flexibility in providing learning experiences to meet a special need of the student, the major program and the College.

Subject
WLDG
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
Catalog 2026-2027
Source
catalog.saintpaul.edu
Prerequisite
Instructor approval

Source: Saint Paul College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61